DENPASAR, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesian authorities on Thursday delayed for a second day the extradition to Spain of an alleged Scottish crime boss arrested on Bali, as police investigated his suspected associates believed to be still on the resort island. Steven Lyons, 45, described by law enforcement as a senior figure in an international crime … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The Interpol and Indonesian National Police (Polri) have arrested a British national, Steven Lyons, who has been on the international wanted list. The police apprehended the 45-year-old man, who is suspected of being involved in various transnational crimes, in Bali on Saturday, March 28, 2026. The Secretary of the National Central Bureau (NCB) of … Read more
DENPASAR, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia delayed on Wednesday the deportation of a Scottish crime boss arrested on the resort island of Bali in connection with large-scale drug trafficking and money laundering. Steven Lyons, a senior figure in an international crime syndicate who had spent months on the run, would now be deported on Thursday, according … Read more
An American tourist in Bali was reportedly detained on March 19 for violating the customs of what’s considered the most sacred Hindu holiday in the popular tourist destination, according to Balinese media. Karl Adolf Amrhein, 57, was caught by law enforcement, called pecalang, walking down the main road in the village of Sukawati at around … Read more
Home » Thailand Travel News » Latest Bali Travel News Now: American Tourist Detained and Warned as Island Enforces Strict Nyepi Day Silence Rules Published on March 20, 2026 Image generated with Ai A US holiday‑maker’s quiet morning stroll turned into a shocking cultural lesson when authorities detained a 57‑year‑old American visitor for walking on … Read more
Tributes are pouring in for a Northern Ireland man, who has died following a tragedy on a Bali beach. The popular swimming destination attracts thousands of tourists every year. Reports say Jonathan Joel Kennedy, known as JJ, was found by Bali authorities after a suspected drowning on Sunday. Jonathan Joel Kennedy, known as JJ, was … Read more
CANTIKA.COM, Jakarta – Several public facilities in Bali will be closed during the celebration of Nyepi, the Saka New Year 1948. One of them is the I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, which will temporarily halt all flight activities for 24 hours. The General Manager of PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia (InJourney Airports) at I Gusti … Read more
Home » Indonesia Travel News » Indonesia Strengthens Tourism and Travel Standards to Enhance Visitor Safety, Sustainability, and Experience Across the Archipelago – Here’s Everything Travelers Should Know Published on March 13, 2026 Image generated with Ai Indonesia is taking significant steps to reinforce tourism business standards across the country, aiming to enhance the quality, … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Singapore has been recognized as the best cultural destination in the world by TripAdvisor. The city-state has received this award for its rich combination of cultural heritage, culinary traditions, architecture, and artistic expression. Bali ranks 10th among the top 25 cultural cities in the world. The 2026 Travelers’ Choice Awards by TripAdvisor reflect positive … Read more
The Bali Provincial Government has introduced criminal sanctions to control the conversion of productive agricultural land into villas and commercial properties. Bali Governor I Wayan Koster signed a Regional Regulation (Perda) on the Control of Productive Land Conversion and the Prohibition of Nominee Land Ownership Transfer on Tuesday, 24 February 2026. The regulation aims to … Read more